2011 Audi A5 1.8L Petrol · LP11 OZG

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent MOT on 24 May 2025 at 69,221 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of recurring failures in early 2024 and early 2025. While the vehicle struggled to meet standards previously, the clean sheet from the most recent test indicates that the previous owner addressed the necessary defects to bring the car back into compliance with UK safety and emissions regulations. The mileage profile is notably low for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,615 miles per year. The data reveals a significant lack of use between April 2024 and May 2025, where the car advanced only 51 miles in over thirteen months. This pattern suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods or was used only for very short journeys. While this reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, potential corrosion of brake lines, and seizing of caliper calipers. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components that caused the three previous failures, although the record provided does not list the specific defect reasons. Given the low mileage and periods of inactivity, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and coil springs is essential as these parts perish with age regardless of distance. Additionally, check for flat spots on the tyres and rust on the brake discs resulting from the vehicle standing stationary. The structural integrity of the chassis should be verified to ensure that age-related corrosion has not compromised the frame.